I know you are not supposed to talk about politics or religion, but than I would have nothing to talk about. I read this story of a Pastor leading the charge of donating a nativity scene to the local library because they are displaying a menorah. They are also displaying a Christmas Tree as well. My question to you:
- Is Displaying a Nativity Scene the Same as Displaying a Menorah?
Definitions of a Menorah:
- (Judaism) a candelabrum with seven branches used in ceremonies to symbolize the seven days of Creation
Definition of Nativity Scene:
- A nativity scene is a depiction of the birth of Jesus as described in the gospels of Matthew and Luke.
I look at these definitions and I see with the Menorah that it is a celebration of lights and the creation of the world in 7 days which most people no matter what religion they are believe in.
I look at the nativity scene and I see the birth of Jesus which Christians believe in, but many other religions do not.
It appears to me that the Nativity Scene is a religious display and a Menorah is a symbol more associated with the Christmas Tree.
Definition of a Christmas Tree:
- The Christmas tree is one of the most popular traditions associated with the celebration of Christmas
I know people are very sensitive to this subject, but can't we all just get along. Many people of faith I believe are a little hypocritical in the sense of how they live their lives and react to certain situations and how the religion they believe in tells them how to lead their life. For instance people who are Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Catholic, and other religions believe in the utmost of modesty and humbleness. However, many people who tend to be religious as a society try and tell each other what they should believe in because that is what we do believe in. Kind of transferring if we believe it than everyone should believe it.
We need to be able to get along, and every religion should display their celebration, but I believe religious symbols, Not tradition symbols, should not be displayed in government or public places.
What are your thoughts?
David Serle
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